At first I wasn't so sure about this book, but now that I've finished it, I have to say I really think it is a thought provoking memoir. Being "foundAt first I wasn't so sure about this book, but now that I've finished it, I have to say I really think it is a thought provoking memoir. Being "found sometimes gets you lost for awhile"...its amazing how a little bit of new information can shake up your world. I think this one may be a good one for the Book Group..could lead to some interesting discussion....more

WOW!!!I can see how his book has gotten such good reviews. It lived up to those high praises. It was full of surprises and kept me reading long into tWOW!!!I can see how his book has gotten such good reviews. It lived up to those high praises. It was full of surprises and kept me reading long into the night. It certainly has book group discussion written all over it! ...more

Although a first time novelist, I really liked the writing. It was an interesting slant to the issue of the war in England and Nazi occupation in theAlthough a first time novelist, I really liked the writing. It was an interesting slant to the issue of the war in England and Nazi occupation in the rural farm area. Told from perspective of 5 women who are left by their husbands who join the resistance and by the Nazi Captain who comes to stay "in charge". Interesting, unanticipated ending too. Possibilities for good discussion around ethical choices. ...more

FINALLY!!!We R-Brained people will be appreciated for who we are and what we do and what we contribute! Everyone ought to read this (even though I knoFINALLY!!!We R-Brained people will be appreciated for who we are and what we do and what we contribute! Everyone ought to read this (even though I know there are no shoulds) even the LBrain folks out there. It is enlightening. It is revealing. It is funny. It is encouraging. It is affirming. It gives great websites and activities. There is so much to talk about...You can tell I really liked this one. Thanks Emily Smith!...more